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​CanNKC 2026|Halifax, NS

June 18-19, 2026

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From fundamental NK cell biology to cutting-edge immunotherapies, Canada's NK cell research community comes together in Halifax to shape the next wave of discovery. Registration is now closed, for questions please contact us here.

Scientific Program

The symposium will include oral presentations, speed poster presentations, and poster presentations. NK cell research will be presented across 3 core themes: cancer, infection, and regulation and memory. Click the button below to access the program

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Dr. Dean A. Lee, MD, PhD

Professor of Pediatrics

Nationwide Children's Hospital

Keynote Talks

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Dr. Kerry J. Lavender, PhD

Associate Professor

University of Saskatchewan

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Dr. Andrew Makrigiannis, PhD

Professor 

Dalhousie University

Important Dates/ Registration Information

Abstract Submission Deadline: March 20, 2026 (EXTENDED)
Early Bird Registration: March 20, 2026
Guaranteed Dalhousie Residence Accommodation Registration: March 20, 2026
Travel Awards Announced: Early April 
Last Day for Full Refund: April 7, 2026
Last Day to Register: June 1, 2026 (11:59PM EST)
Symposium Dates: June 18-19, 2026
Registration Price (Early Bird): $100

Presenter Guidelines

10 minute talks 
You can have as many slide as you wish, however please do not exceed the 10 minute mark.

5 minute talk
You can have as many slide as you wish, however please do not exceed the 5 minute mark.

Posters Dimensions 
4” wide x 6” high (120x180 cm) - note posters do not have to be this large!

Location, Travel & Accommodations

Symposium Location
Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS

Travels awards 
Trainees who submit an abstract by March 20, 2026 will be considered for a travel award. Winners have now been notified via email.

Accommodations 
*Book early to avoid disappointment

Dalhousie University Campus
We have secured affordable accommodations at the Dalhousie University Campus. Use link below to join our block booking. Note - two residences have been made available, Le Marchant Place and Risley. To book, please select from one of the first 4 options listed (they have "CANNKC2026" in the name). 
 


Lord Nelson Hotel
Stay at the historic Lord Nelson Hotel - a 10 min walk from the symposium.




 

Sponsors

CanNKC 2026 would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors. 

PLATINUM SPONSORS







SILVER SPONSORS 





BRONZE SPONSORS
 

We look forward to welcoming you in beautiful Halifax​

Questions? Contact us here


 

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